Submarine

Chart of the Day: Defence sector takes off

India’s defence sector is gaining altitude, driven by GST cuts, fresh procurement orders, and an ambitious roadmap to modernise military capabilities.

Rs 1 lakh crore submarine push: India eyes two mega deals to boost naval power

German shipbuilder ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has partnered with MDL for the programme, billed as one of the biggest ‘Make in India’ defence projects in recent years.

Resonia betting big on power transmission, to invest Rs 1 lakh crore by FY32: Chairperson Pratik Agarwal

Sterlite Electric expects a turnover of about Rs 6,500 crore in FY26 and plans to double in the next three to four years by expanding into high-end cable manufacturing, Agarwal has said

North Korea unveils nuclear-powered submarine for the first time

The naval vessel appears to be a 6,000-ton-class or 7,000-ton-class one which can carry about 10 missiles, said Moon Keun-sik, a South Korean submarine expert who teaches at Seoul’s Hanyang University

Mazagon Dock bags Rs 1,990 crore Defence Ministry contract to enhance submarine endurance

The project involves construction of AIP-Plug and its integration, and will enhance the endurance of conventional submarines, contributing towards 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'.

Chinese nuclear-powered submarine sank earlier this year, US official says

China already has the largest navy in the world, with over 370 ships, and it has embarked on production of a new generation of nuclear-armed submarines.

Chinese PLA's Naval Submarine Academy Permits International Media Members To Visit

The Chinese People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) naval submarine academy hosted a visit from international media members on Sunday, just ahead of the West Pacific Naval Symposium. While access was limited and did not include observing actual classes or marine training, it provided a rare opportunity for Western media to visit such a sensitive military institution. Watch!

Defence ministry clears purchase of 26 Rafale fighters, 3 Scorpene submarines: Report

The additional submarines will be built at Mazagon Docks Ltd., where other submarines of the class have been built. Reports said the meeting of the Defence Acquisition Council will take place on July 13 to decide on the final approval of the deals

India likely to buy 26 Rafale fighter jets, three Scorpene class submarines from France

The Indian Navy has reportedly been pressing the government to purchase the fighter jets and submarines urgently, citing the shortages they are facing vis-à-vis the security challenges around the country.

L&T teams up with Spain's Navantia for Indian Navy's submarine contract

The agreement was signed in the presence of S N Subrahmanyan, L&T CEO & MD and Augustin Alvarez Blanco, Naval Construction Vice President, and Member of the Board – Navantia.

Subway faces backlash for 'distasteful' ad on Titanic submarine tragedy

'Trying to make money from others’ suffering is always a bad idea,' a Twitter user pointed out while others called for Subway to apologise.

Parts of Titan submersible brought ashore: Know everything in detail

Among the submersible debris were the presumed human remains of the five passengers that were killed on board due to the implosion after it went missing on June 18.

Titanic Tourist Submarine: Why was it hard to rescue Titan submersible?

The Titanic tourist submersible, which vanished during a voyage to the 111-year-old shipwreck at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean, imploded, and the 5 people onboard are presumed dead. The US Coast Guard said that an underwater vessel has located a debris field near the Titanic in the search for the missing submersible. The 23,000-pound vessel named Titan was owned by OceanGate Expeditions. So, why was it tough to find the Titan sub in 5 days and what safety concerns an ex-OceanGate employee had raised for the Titan vessel in 2018? Watch to find out.

'Catastrophic Implosion' Inside Titanic-Tour Submarine: Who Were The 5 Passengers On Board?

Titan, the tourist submarine has lost touch with the surface ship after one hour and 45 minutes diving into the sea. On June 20, 2023 Canadian aircraft in search of submarine heard ‘banging sounds’ but the source is not confirmed yet. The submarine began its voyage to the Titanic wreck site on June 18, 2023 with limited oxygen supply that could end by June 22, 2023.

Banging sounds heard in search for missing Titanic submarine are 'cause for hope'

Banging sounds were heard on Tuesday in the area where the Titanic-bound submarine carrying five crew members disappeared on Sunday

Construction pipes as ballast, carbon fibre body; Reporter who rode Titanic sub says there were 'many red flags'

Science writer David Pogue boarded the $1 million submersible for a CBS report published six months ago alongside OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush, who is among the five missing passengers on the voyage to tour the wreckage of the Titanic.

Nuclear-Powered Submarine Deployment: US Responds to North Korean Missile Tests with Show of Force in South Korea

The USS Michigan arrives in South Korea, reinforcing joint efforts to deter North Korean nuclear threats.

Indian Navy's torpedo successfully engages underwater target

In a brief statement, the Indian Navy said on Tuesday that the torpedo's engagement of the target reflected its commitment to "future-proof combat readiness" through self-reliance.

North Korea launches missiles from submarine as US-South Korean drills begin

KCNA said the launch confirmed the reliability of the system and tested the underwater offensive operations of submarine units that form part of North Korea's nuclear deterrent.

INS Vagir: Fifth Kalvari class submarine commissioned on January 23 | In Pics

The commissioning of INS Vagir comes amid the increasing presence of the Chinese Navy in the Indian Ocean. Vagir has been built by the Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited in Mumbai with technology transfer from France and will give boost to the force's prowess.

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd delivers fourth Scorpene submarine to Indian Navy